Liam Verster

Local youth are able to get around town easier and without cost.The City of Vernon's Free Youth Transit program launched October 1.Under the program, youth aged 18 and under are able to secure passes for free rides on Routes 1 through 9, 60 and 61. The number 90 bus to Kelowna is not included under the program.Since it...

The Conservative Party of B.C. is expected to form a majority government.As of time of publication, ElectionsBC said the Conservatives were leading in 62 of 93 ridings, with over 50 per cent of advance and voting day ballots reported.The North Okanagan ridings were all projected to go Blue as well.In Vernon-Lumby Kevin...

The Conservative Party of B.C. has secured the local riding as well as the provincial government.

Over a dozen businesses were recognized for their work with a local award last week.The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce held its 42nd annual Business Awards Thursday, bringing together and celebrating entrepreneurs, business leaders, and community members for a night of celebration, recognition and networking.Awards...

A successful fundraiser was held to support the new Foundry North Okanagan facility in Vernon.

A Vernonite is being eyed by the scouts of the NHL.Mathis Paull was one of 54 WHL players named to the NHL Central Scouting's Preliminary Players to Watch List ahead of the 2027 Draft.Paull was given a 'C' rank in the watch list, indicating he is projected to be selected during the fourth or firth rounds of next summer...

Vernon saw the turnout for the municipal election increase this year, although it was still the lowest in the North Okanagan.

People will be able to access some perks as pre-sales for the Active Living Centre memberships will go in the fall.

Mounties are warning about a potent drug supply found in Salmon Arm.Police responded to two suspected overdoses over a 24 hour period, and are urging people to not use any illicit substance or drug.People who do use drugs were advised to carry and know how to use Naloxone.A specific drug involved in these cases was not...

The program aimed at keeping waste out of the North Okanagan landfills is returning and is going to better support public initiatives.